2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1983 Volvo 240. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1983 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 240 weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Volvo 240. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Expedition | 240 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
